Samsung launches Gear S2 wearable in India

Bangalore: Samsung Electronics today announced the launch of the Samsung Gear S2, a sleek and smart wearable that enable users to augment and personalize their mobile experience and lifestyle. Samsung Gear S2 boasts of a smart circular design with an intuitive, customized UI and cutting edge features.

Introduced in two different options – the Gear S2 and the Gear S2 Classic – Samsung Gear S2 appeals to two distinct consumer preferences. The Gear S2 Classic is made for users who prefer a more timeless design, offering an elegant Black finish with a matching genuine leather band. The Gear S2 is ideal for those who are on-the-go and have an admiration for minimal and modern design.

Manu Sharma, Director, Product Marketing, Samsung Electronics India said, “Samsung has been at the forefront of wearable technology with the introduction of an innovative and progressive Gear product portfolio in India. Samsung Gear S2 is a true testimony to our commitment to provide breakthrough technology to make lives of our consumers better. Armed with cutting edge features such as a paradigm defining Circular UI, connectivity solutions and fitness solutions, the Samsung Gear S2 seamlessly blends mobility with convenience. The wearable, with its sleek circular design and an array of accessorisation options is sure to become the preferred choice of our discerning customers. With the Gear S2, Samsung is setting brave new standards in the wearables category in India.”

With the latest Tizen OS and an optimized 1-GHz dual core processor and a 250mAh battery, the Samsung Gear S2 is compatible with all Android devices (Kitkat version) with minimum RAM of 1.5 GB.

Samsung Gear S2 will be available in a Dark Grey and Silver case with a sporty band. Samsung Gear S2 Classic will be available in a Black case with a Leather band. A variety of band options are also available with both the Gear S2 (Mendini, Warm Grey and Red) and the Gear S2 Classic (Grey leather and Brown leather) from Samsung for the discerning customers.

This wearable will be available across all Samsung retail channels at a price of INR 24,300 for the Gear S2 and INR 25,800 for the Gear S2 Classic.